Archive for August 2011

Streetwalker

Street Style: Timm Wears Poppin’ Yellow Pants

Name: Timm

Age: 24

Occupations: Student

How would you describe your style? Colorful.

Where are you from originally? Germany.

What is your favorite area in the city? I haven’t lived here long but the LES.

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ASOS Started Selling American Apparel Today and We Like It

American Apparel is really, really trying. The company, which we reported earlier will begin to carry other brands, was front-row-and-center on our daily newsletter from ASOS, who has recently started carrying the brand.

According to a press release on PR Newswire, the two companies inked a deal August 9, after a test buy earlier this year resulted in success: “Initial consumer reaction was extremely positive as expected, hitting 100% sell through on first delivery,” Robert Bready, ASOS Product and Trading Director, said in the press release.

As we all know, American Apparel has been in a downward spiral for quite some time now. However, they seem to be on the right path lately, having recently announced plans to also sell their product on eBay and in Bloomingdale’s.

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Fashion Careers

Ladakh, Australian women’s wholesale label requires an experienced Senior Sales Manager for their New York showroom!*UPDATED*

Ladakh is looking for a Senior Sales Manager experienced in women’s contemporary brands. Ladakh is an Australian label who have been in the business for over 20 years. Launching softly in the USA early this year we have just opened an office in the Copper Building in LA and now we are opening in New York.

We are searching for an enthusiastic, focused and sales savvy person who identifies with contemporary brands that have a vintage element and a highly designed feel. The successful candidate will have a full Understanding of the target market, retail market and USA market strategy.

Being able to Identify Key Accounts in specified territories is a requirement of this role as well as developing relationships with existing and new accounts across the West Coast.

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Fashion Careers

291 is looking for a Production Manager in Venice, CA!

291 is looking for a Production Manager with at least 3+ years experience. Must be a well organized, versatile, creative, self-starter and a dedicated professional with multi-task capabilities to work in a fast paced environment.

Job Description (not limited to):
*Oversee all aspects of Production-from fittings & TOP’s to shrink tests & final production.
*Must be familiar with WIP, TOP’s, garment dye & print processes, inventory control & reporting, sales analysis, placing dom. & int’l po’s, sourcing of trims, fabrics, as well as dom. & int’l factories, etc.

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Fashion News Roundup

Fashion News Roundup: Jean Sweatpants Are Here, a Censored Kate Moss Shirt and a Prada Smartphone

Christian Louboutin Loses Lawsuit Against YSL: Louboutin was denied trademark protection for his signature crimson sole, and The New York Times makes predictions on the aftermath. They’re thinking red soles at Payless. Ouch. {NYT}

Jean Sweatpants Are Here: Just when you thought denim couldn’t sink lower, Diesel comes out with Jogg-Jeans, a line of denim sweatpants in various washes and manners of distress. They have elastic waists. And ankles. America will never be the same. {MTV Style}

Kate Moss Tee Censored: UK website Zazzle was ordered to remove kids tees bearing Moss’ controversial slogan “Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels” by the Advertising Standards Authority for fear of inciting eating disorders in children. We have to agree. {Telegraph}

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Webvertorial

Why We Love GAP’s 1969 Denim Even More This Fall (And Right Now Because It’s On Sale)

By FASHIONISTA Thursday, Aug 11, 2011 / 12:00 PM

We’ve always been big fans of Gap’s 1969 denim collection and this fall there’s even more to love. Because beyond the classic perfectly worn-in skinnies and on-trend high waisted flares, the line is making a push to incorporate sportswear elements into the line. Think jeggings, leggings, cords, button downs and blazers. That means from work to weekend, this line has got you covered.

We’re especially psyched for the cord leggings that come in bright poppy colors and the ponte knit leggings in that goes-with-everything olive army hue. Of course, the best part about this range–and the reason we’ve been fans from the get-go–is the fit. Gap’s 1969 jeans makes your bum look amazing, and isn’t that the point? And at a super affordable price point, we’re hooked. “Fabric and fit are the keys to the fall collection— focal points of every piece,” says Rosella Giuliani, Gap’s 1969 Creative Director. “We’ve taken beautiful and interesting fabrics and then tested their reaction to different cuts, washes and dyes. The result is a range of new styles and fits that stretch beyond denim into a broader collection.”

And here’s the good news: Gap is taking $20 off all 1969 jeans in store now through August 24 (certain restrictions apply, see store for details). So get on it. You owe it to your cute little bum.

Magazines

Conde Nast Actually Flattered by @CondeElevator, Employees Think It’s Hilarious

In case you haven’t heard, @CondeElevator is an anonymous Twitter account that chronicles the most ridiculous conversations overheard in the Conde Nast building’s fabled elevators. From lowly interns to infamous editrixes, no one is left out and the account already has over 55,000 followers and counting.

When we first heard about this Twitter spy, who is presumably a Conde Nast employee, we thought it was a pretty risky move–there was no way the higher ups at Conde would be pleased about this. However, the publishing company has recently spoken out about the account and their feelings about an employee putting their shit on blast may not be what we’d expected.

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Can Selling Other Brands’ Stuff Save American Apparel?

According to WWD, American Apparel will now focus on selling third-party merchandise–the latest in the company’s long struggle to stay afloat.

In particular, the brand has plans to reinvigorate it’s accessories department–which currently only account for a small percentage of total sales–by scouting for new, autonomous labels to shill in-store. To that end, Dov Charney and chief business development officer Marty Staff will be visiting trade shows MAGIC and Project later this month (female vendors beware) to suss out what brands they might want to bring into the fold (and what brands are willing). Their footwear department, which the retailer has been steadily growing since launching a few years back, will also benefit from some new additions:

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Kate Moss

The Official Kate Moss Wedding Photos

By Dhani Mau Thursday, Aug 11, 2011 / 9:33 AM

The purple McQueen dress may have come as a bit of a surprise to those who expected to see a wedding dress on Kate Moss’ September Vogue cover. Not to worry, though–there are dozens of wedding photos to be found inside of Kate and her glamorous guests. Terry Richardson’s unofficial photos made Mosstock look like the most fun wedding ever, and Mario Testino’s have pretty much confirmed that.

The just-released official photos include Kate, Jamie, Carine Roitfeld, Daphne Guinness, Terry Richardson, Stella McCartney, Naomi Campbell and more all against the gorgeous backdrop of Kate’s Costwolds home. Also worth noting: all of the ladies appear to be wearing either black or white. We’re not sure why–perhaps Kate requested it precisely because those are the two colors you’re not supposed to wear to weddings?

There are a couple of editorial shots thrown in there as well–including (a very tasteful) one of Kate and her daughter, Lila, topless (Here’s hoping that does not incite Thylane Blondeau-esque outrage). Click through for the amazingness. Read more »

Magazines

Kate Moss’ September Vogue Cover Revealed, Plus the Best Bits from Her Cover Story

By Leah Chernikoff Thursday, Aug 11, 2011 / 7:59 AM


It’s finally here: Vogue‘s all-important September issue covered by Kate Moss in a purple McQueen and photographed by Mario Testino. The cover story, written by Hamish Bowles, is a really lovely read, and offers an insidery peek at Kate and her wedding as Bowles was a guest himself. Here are the highlights:
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People are Still Outraged About 10-Year-Old Model Thylane Blondeau: A Roundup of Reactions

By now you’ve all seen the controversial photos of 10-year-old-model Thylane Loubry Blondeau in French Vogue. Indeed, since we first raised questions about the young model’s age and look last week, the internet has exploded with all sorts of viewpoints, ranging from moderate concern, to vehement outrage to practically incoherent hysterics. Of course, we’re all for discussion, and people are entitled to their opinions, which, considering the subject matter, we’re not really surprised have risen to passionate heights. But at what point does lambasting a 10-year-old-child for being exploited, actually begin to exploit her all over again?

Here, a range of reactions. Where do you fall in the spectrum?

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Magazines

Would You Rather…? The Models Dressed Up As British Political Leaders Edition

By Steff Yotka Wednesday, Aug 10, 2011 / 6:17 PM

Next month’s Harper’s Bazaar features an editorial of top brit model (and Mick Jagger spawn) Georgia May Jagger dressed as Margaret Thatcher. Don’t get me wrong, we love Georgia as Maggie, but doesn’t this look remind you of another British political themed shot? We’re talking about Agyness Deyn as Queen Elizabeth in LOVE #1–the image was used to promo the mag’s first ever issue.
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